Her family confirmed the news in a statement to TODAY, reading in part, “In devastation and great sorrow, we share the passing of our beloved Cheslie.”
“Her great light was one that inspired others around the world with her beauty and strength,” the statement continued. “She cared, she loved, she laughed and she shined. Cheslie embodied love and served others, whether through her work as an attorney fighting for social justice, as Miss USA and as a host on 'Extra.' But most importantly, as a daughter, sister, friend, mentor and colleague — we know her impact will live on.
Extra released a separate statement to share its condolences with Kryst's family and friends, reading,"Our hearts are broken. Cheslie was not just a vital part of our show, she was a beloved part of our 'Extra' family and touched the entire staff." According to police, a 30-year-old female was found unconscious and unresponsive on the ground outside the address 350 West 42nd Street in Manhattan. EMS was called and she was pronounced dead at the scene. The death is indicative of a jump from an elevated position.An investigation is ongoing, however police told TODAY the cause of death is"believed to be a suicide."
Prior to competing in Miss USA, after graduating from Wake Forest University School of Law, she became an attorney and began practicing law at the firm Poyner Spruill LLP, where she served as their first Diversity Advisor, according to the
So so sad!😟🙏🙏RIP
Heartbreaking 💔
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My deepest condolences to her family.
So sad. Wish there was something magical people suffering with mental illness can take to truly get the help, stop suffering and know they’re worth living. Condolences
Rip
I believe this young lady graduated from South Carolina State University Honors College, an HBCU. Not Univ. of SC. I’ve seen this error posted by some media outlets.
This is so heartbreaking. A reminder to check on your loved ones. You never know what they’re going through.
Heartbreaking. We need to do more about mental health. May she rest in eternal peace. Prayers to her family in this unknown journey. Just keep sharing all the goodness she brought forward.
So sad.
So sad. I wish she would've talked to someone.
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That's heartbreaking to say the least. May she have peace now. 🕯
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My lord this is simply 😥 tragic
Damn
Wow....how very sad....😪
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